Young Money sex-kitten Shanell covers Lil’ Wayne’s “How To Love” track, adding a “saucy response track every woman can relate to.” Shanell is currently in the studio working on her debut album which she just shot a music video for with director Collin Tilley. SOURCE: JSharpe Agency ***EXCLUSIVE***Shanell Talks Meeting Wayne, Young Money & “Taking […]
Nia Long is pregnant with her second child. And as much of a shock as it was for fans, it was for the 40-year-old actress, as well. Nia recently revealed to Us Weekly that her current pregnancy was unplanned. “I was supposed to go to Ghana to do a film and that’s when I found […]
Where: (click below to visit venue on Foursquare) 120th & Riverside, New York, NY 10027 When: Spring 1979 What: The legendary DJ becomes the first to play Rap on the radio with the debut of “The Mr. Magic Disco Showcase.” « PREVIOUS NEXT » In celebration of Black Music Month, TheUrbanDaily’s “It’s All Black Music” presents 100 Rewarding […]
John West is Island Def Jam’s newest signee. His single which has the internet buzzing is called Lovely. Pusha T was enlisted to help paint the picture of love in the summer time. Produced by Christian Rich, West’s lyrics are exactly what your significant other wants to hear. More New Music: Chris Brown Ft. Tyga […]
Jill Scott’s “The Light Of The Sun” album debuted number 1 on the Billboard 200 charts selling 135,000 copies in the first week of release! Jilly From Philly just gave an amazing performance at the 2011 BET Awards featuring sexy chocolate actor Idris Elba. Looks like all the promoting has paid off for Jilly from […]
Where: (click below to visit venue on Foursquare) 1635 N Cahuenga, Los Angeles, CA When: June 1992 What: After already achieving legend status with N.W.A., Dr. Dre embarked on his solo career by launching Death Row Records and releasing his groundbreaking debut. The Chronic featured the label’s roster of talent including Snoop Dogg and is […]
“Snitching” may be the ultimate offense in the “hood.” In fact I have seen “No Snitching” signs stapled to tress and taped to poles in my neighborhood, so the notion that it is unacceptable is understood! Radio personalities Star & Buc Wild have relaunched their “Start Snitchin'” campaign. Star real name Torain “encourages anyone who […]
Where: (click below to visit venue on Foursquare) Chung King Studios 170 Varick Street, New York, NY 10013 When: March 11, 1989 What: In an effort to promote a positive image of the hip-hop community, KRS-One invites friends and colleagues to join him in the seminal posse cut. The song debuted at #1 on the […]
Where: (click below to visit venue on Foursquare) MTV Offices/Studios 1515 Broadway, New York, NY 10036 When: August 6, 1988 What: The first nationally televised rap video show debuts on MTV with Eric B & Rakim’s “Follow the Leader.” Host Fab Five Freddy’s first guests were Salt-N-Pepa. « PREVIOUS NEXT » In celebration of Black Music Month, […]
Kelly Rowland reveals the track list to her “Here I Am” album. Looks like Kelly is finally taking things to the next level. She has a number 1 single “Motivation,” A judge on Britain’s “X-factor” and a fitness DVD with Hollywood trainer Jeaneatte Jenkins. The album hit stores July 26 and will feature Lil Wayne, […]
Jay-Z has a lot of women to thank for his achievements and Latrice Burnette is one of them. Though the digital era is filled with stories of overnight success, this marketing maven followed the more traditional analog-era path. When a lot of her high school peers were playing with video games or obsessing over a […]
Being on the beach doesn’t mean you have forget about getting beautified. What you need is stay-proof products that will keep you from becoming a sweaty, melting, make-up less mess. Here are the top 10 beach beauty essentials according to ELLE. Cream Eye Shadow Invest in a cream formula—it stays put longer than powder and […]